Bitung to Ambon by bus
Ambon lies 664 km (413 mi) south-east of Bitung, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 10 min including stops, over roughly 811 km (504 mi) of road.
| Bitung | Ambon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 225,134 | 347,288 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
Clocks in Ambon are 1 h ahead of Bitung right now, so a 12 h 10 min journey lands 13 h 10 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Ambon from Bitung?
664 km (413 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bitung; by road roughly 811 km (504 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bitung to Ambon by bus?
About 12 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bitung and Ambon?
Ambon is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Jayapura against Asia/Makassar).
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.